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M-1082 2.5 ton Cargo Trailer

The M1082 Cargo Trailer is the standard 2.5 ton Cargo Trailer for the Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV), providing tactical unit mobility and logistics for the U.S. Army and the other military services.

Curb Weight 6,510 lb 2,953 kg
Length 209.5 in 5,321 mm
Width 96 in 2,438 mm
Oper. Height 79 in 2,007 mm
Air Trans. Height 79 in 2,007 mm
Departure Angle 25°
Payload 5,000 lb 2,268 kg
Inside Cargo Bed Length 149 in 3,784 mm
Inside Cargo Bed Width 91 in 2,314 mm

FMTV 2.5 ton trailer M1082
FMTV 2.5 ton trailer M1082.

FMTV 2.5 ton trailer M1082
FMTV 2.5 ton trailer M1082.